NCI
National Cancer Institute: Cancer Information Service
Questions about a diagnosis, treatment, symptoms, side effects, clinical trials, and second opinions. English and Spanish.
Talk To A Real Person
Real people answer these lines: nurses, oncology social workers, and trained navigators. Tell them what is going on. They will listen, answer questions, and point you to real help. Every line is free and confidential.
Right Now?
In an emergency, call 911. If you feel you are in crisis or need to talk to someone this minute, call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential, 24/7.
Free National Cancer Helplines
When you call, a trained person picks up. Share as much or as little as you like; they can answer questions about diagnosis and treatment, costs and insurance, emotional support, and finding services near you.
ACS
American Cancer Society Helpline
OPEN 24/7Help at any hour, day or night: treatment questions, side effects, caregiving, rides, lodging, and finding services.
CC
CancerCare Hopeline
Talk with an oncology social worker about treatment worries, talking to your doctors, and preparing for appointments.
CSC
Cancer Support Community Helpline
Personal navigators for treatment decisions, second opinions, clinical trials, and genetic or biomarker testing questions.
PAF
Patient Advocate Foundation
One-on-one case managers for insurance denials, high costs, medical debt, and anything blocking your care.
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